Tag: storytelling shows

  • Storytellers on Better Said Than Done Storytelling

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    I have heard from audience members and regular storytellers that one thing that keeps them coming back to our storytelling nights is that we are different.  Better Said Than Done storytelling shares a lot of traits with other local and national storytelling shows, but we also stand out.  I asked a few regular storytellers to… Read more

  • Storytelling in the News

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    This week’s Connection Newspapers include a great article about Better Said Than Done, written by Olivia Overman. Make sure to hold onto your copy when it comes to your driveway! Here’s a link to the article, for those who prefer online reading. The article talks about our upcoming two year anniversary show at the Auld… Read more

  • On the Media

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    Last Saturday night’s live storytelling show was all about the stories that have changed our lives – whether they were in books, movies, or songs. Susan Gordon started off the night with an excerpt from her one woman show, “Dancing Down Darkness,” about her daughter Liz’s love of music and dancing. Mel Pine took us… Read more

  • The Media Blitz to Come

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    Just one week from now, Better Said Than Done is hosting our next storytelling show. Don’t miss out on this great live event. Media Blitz – the movies, books, music and shows that changed our lives Saturday, April 27th, 2013 Epicure Cafe 11213 Lee Highway Fairfax, VA 7:00PM Show Doors Open at 6:00PM $10 Tickets… Read more

  • The Virginia Report

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    Better Said Than Done founder and storyteller Jessica Piscitelli Robinson was recently interviewed on The Virginia Report, a local TV program hosted by Virginia Delegate Ken Plum. The show will air on RCTV28 on Tuesday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, April 10 at 10:30 p.m.  In the meantime, you can watch the episode… Read more

  • New Year, New Stuff

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    Man, we got a busy year already! 2013 is going to be fantastic for storytelling in Virginia. Just a quick peek at what’s in store in the next couple months. Classes: Spotlight on You January 19th, 2013, 10:00am – 2:30pm, Reston A half-day workshop where you will learn structure, character building, and how to win… Read more

  • Last Minute Christmas Gift

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    It’s kind of too late for Hannukah, though, really, you still got a few days.  But I am being realistic here and going after the Christmas shoppers, cause there’s probably a lot more of you left. You know that weird, creative type person in your life, the one who’s always got her nose in a… Read more

  • First Encounters at Epicure Cafe

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    Our next storytelling show is this Saturday at 7:00PM. Don’t miss “First Encounters,” featuring stories of meetings, dates, and the totally alien. The amazing storytellers include: Geraldine Buckley, Derek Hills, Len Kruger, Desiree Lester, Jennifer Luu, Jessica Piscitelli, Anna Trester and Michael Zhang. Additionally, Better Said Than Done welcomes first time teller Marcella Jones. May… Read more

  • Recap of “What’s Up Doc?”

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    Our latest fundraiser was a great success. The charity organization we assembled the show for reported that they raised close to $6000. It’s always wonderful to know that we were able to help raise money for a good cause. And, of course, the show was fantastic. First of all, I can’t say enough about how… Read more

  • Summer Success

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    Our premiere show at Jammin’ Java – “Summer Lovin’” – was a fantastic success.  The storytellers were great, the venue was awesome and the crowd was unbelievable. The show started off with host Jessica Piscitelli telling a story about hiking the Grand Canyon, and the problems that arose from trying to prove just exactly how… Read more